KC Machine Operator

Budnick Converting Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 23,419 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(K) retirement plan with company match

Job summary

Budnick Converting Inc. in Kansas City, MO, is looking for a Production Operator to process and package orders using various production equipment. The ideal candidate must have strong attention to detail and the ability to follow complex instructions, ensuring quality and timeliness in production.

The position offers a starting salary between $17.00 and $20.00 per hour, based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and retirement planning.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write English.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Mechanical background and machine operation experience are helpful.

Responsibilities

• Process and package orders according to quality work instructions.
• Operate production equipment and perform in-process quality inspections.
• Package and load orders with proper paperwork.

Skills

Attention to detail

Basic math skills

Machine operation

Job description

Budnick Converting, Inc., headquartered in Columbia, IL (in the St. Louis, MO metropolitan area), is a privately held and female owned corporation. Budnick’s primary focus is specialty converting of adhesive coated tapes and foams. Budnick remains on the leading edge of adhesive tape converting technology; currently utilizing over 70 die‑cutting, slitting, laminating, printing (including flexographic printing), label making and spooling machines to convert materials into labor‑saving customized parts. For more information on Budnick, please visit our website at www.budnick.com.

POSITION PURPOSE

Process and package orders according to quality work instructions on travelers using production equipment such as slitters, rewind machines, laminators, rewind tables, rotary and flatbed presses etc. producing production parts to required tolerances and specifications.

QUANTITATIVE DATA

Continuous lifting, moving, standing, and handling of production materials and equipment. Must have the capability of lifting up to 55 lbs. intermittently throughout the shift. Sufficient manual dexterity to operate machine properly. Physical ability to do work requiring frequent stooping and bending. Sufficient vision acuity (corrected) to read instructions, operate machines, and visually inspect parts produced.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Process orders according to quality work instructions, creating and updating work instructions when necessary.
• Operate production equipment and perform in‑process quality inspections.
• Utilize company software to perform essential functions (e.g., clocking in and out of jobs, finding location of material, moving material, etc.).
• Package and load orders as per shipping instructions on traveler and work instructions, ensuring proper paperwork accompanies the order.
• Observe and listen to the operation of equipment to diagnose malfunctions and to determine need for adjustments or repairs, notify maintenance of any problems that arise.
• Clean department machines and work area on a daily basis. Work as a team to ensure the entire production area is clean and clutter free.
• Perform duties safely and maintain a high level of safety awareness. Follow operation standards and all department policies and company directives.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in process improvements.
• Alert team leader to conditions that create delays or affect quality of production work in a timely manner.
• Assist with other projects and tasks as required by management.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

All candidates must be able to read and write English and pass a basic math test. A mechanical background is helpful. Strong attention to detail is needed. Machine operation experience helpful, but not required.

SHIFT HOURS

7:00am- 4:00pm M-F

FLSA CLASS

Non- exempt

REPORTS TO

KC Production Supervisor

LOCATION

Kansas City Office

BENEFITS

We offer a full benefit package including paid vacation, holidays, $25,000 of life insurance and short‑term and long‑term disability benefit. We also offer medical, dental & vision insurance and a 401(K) retirement plan with a company match of 25% of the first 6% the employee contributes.

STARTING SALARY

$17.00-$20.00/hr. or higher depending on experience. Starting salary is dependent on experience and ability to pass a basic math test.

WORK LOCATION

340 Parkway Drive, Columbia, IL 62236

WORK HOURS

M-F 8am - 4:30pm CST